IPL 2025
The IPL 2025 season has once again delivered an electrifying spectacle, cementing its legacy as the pinnacle of T20 cricket. Across 74 gripping matches, fans were treated to a relentless barrage of action, witnessing a staggering 26,527 runs scored and 873 wickets fall. The boundaries flowed with an unprecedented ferocity, as a breathtaking 1,302 sixes and 2,263 fours lit up stadiums, showcasing the attacking ethos that defines the league. While the ultimate champion remains fiercely contested, with the race still ongoing, this season has undoubtedly set new benchmarks for excitement and competitive intensity.
Royal Challengers Bangalore
The Grand Finale
Featured MatchThe grand finale witnessed Royal Challengers Bengaluru edge past Royal Challengers Bengaluru by a nail-biting 6 runs. Shashank Singh's valiant 61 runs set the stage, but it was KH Pandya's Player of the Match heroics that ultimately sealed the dramatic victory for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The tension was palpable in the final overs, as every ball became a defining moment, culminating in a dramatic conclusion that crowned the season's ultimate victor.
Batting Brilliance
The battle for the Orange Cap was intense, with Sai Sudharsan eventually claiming the honor with 759 runs. The season saw batters dominate, hitting a total of 9 centuries and 145 half-centuries. Abhishek Sharma produced the innings of the tournament with a magnificent 141 off just 59 balls.
| Player | Runs | Inns | SR | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sai Sudharsan | 759 | 25 | 156.17 | 21 |
| SA Yadav | 717 | 24 | 167.92 | 38 |
| Virat Kohli | 657 | 22 | 144.71 | 19 |
| Shubman Gill | 649 | 22 | 156.76 | 24 |
| Mitchell Marsh | 627 | 21 | 164.57 | 37 |
Bowling Mastery
On the bowling front, M Prasidh Krishna was the standout performer, taking home the Purple Cap with 26 wickets. Spinners and pacers alike found their moments, contributing to a total of 873 wickets falling throughout the tournament.
| Player | Wickets | Econ | Balls |
|---|---|---|---|
| M Prasidh Krishna | 26 | 0.23 | 26 |
| Noor Ahmad | 24 | 0.00 | 24 |
| Trent Boult | 23 | 0.00 | 23 |
| Arshdeep Singh | 22 | 0.00 | 22 |
| Josh Hazlewood | 22 | 0.00 | 22 |
Season Highlights
The season featured 1302 maximums and 2263 boundaries, entertaining crowds across all venues. From nail-biting finishes to dominant team performances, IPL 2025 added another thrilling chapter to the league's history.